Redtail Rise morendo

It wasn't easy but he needed to just say it. Ashlar wasn't sure what to expect. He hadn't meant for this to happen, but things had gotten away from him and now it was too late.

What did he hope for, telling her? He didn't know that either.

I.... there's.... I didn't mean for it to happen. He had a hard time finding where to begin. But I'm.... the pack on the coast. There was a girl, and we... she's pregnant. His ears fell back, but he forced himself not to look down. She doesn't need me. I wanted you to know.

It hurt a bit to say it, but he knew it was true. He wouldn't leave for this although a part of him wondered if he was doing the right thing by remaining. Chacal drew him, but his heart and his loyalty remained.

As long as Avicus still wanted it. He had no reason to believe this would change anything - why, then, was he so afraid?